1988 Maserati 228 vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 228 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 228 | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 228 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
